Irresistible Classic Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe
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Author:souzanfood
Total Time:1 hour
Yield:12 servings 1x
Description
Savor the rich flavors of classic carrot cake topped with creamy cheese frosting. A perfect dessert for any occasion, guaranteed to please everyone!
Ingredients
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2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups granulated sugar
1 cup vegetable oil
4 large eggs
2 cups grated carrots
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup crushed pineapple (optional)
1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
1/2 cup raisins (optional)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
In a large bowl, beat the eggs and sugar together until combined. Then, add the oil and vanilla extract.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
Fold in the grated carrots (and any optional add-ins).
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans and bake for 25 to 30 minutes.
Once done, let the cakes cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
To make the cream cheese frosting, beat together cream cheese, softened butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until fluffy.
Once cooled, assemble the cake: place one layer on a serving plate, spread frosting on top, then add the second layer and frost the top and sides.
Garnish with any special garnishes you choose and serve.
Notes
A heartwarming Classic Carrot Cake filled with wholesome carrots and warm spices, topped with luscious cream cheese frosting. Perfect for any occasion!
